1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, both 1997 Peugeot 306 and 1997 Honda CR-V were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 350 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Because 1997 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 306 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.8 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2620 mm |
