1998 Mazda Levante vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1998 Mazda Levante 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Mazda Levante. (139 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Levante weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Because 1998 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Levante will offer significantly more control. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda Levante. 1998 Mazda Levante has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mazda Levante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Levante | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Levante | 306 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2550 mm |
