1998 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier and 1998 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (121 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier weights approximately 51 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Cavalier | 306 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |