1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. Both 1998 Peugeot 206 and 2001 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,360 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 206 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 206.
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, 2001 Peugeot 306 (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 206 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
