1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2003 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Camry weights approximately 210 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, 2003 Toyota Camry (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
