1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 116 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Beetle (220 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 1999 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 306 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
