1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 53 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 325 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
