1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 8 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (161 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 531 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
