1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Saab 900 would be higher. 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 36 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Saab 900 weights approximately 151 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 306 | 1995 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 306 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
