1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, both 1998 Peugeot 306 and 1998 Volvo S90 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volvo S90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Volvo S90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Peugeot 306 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 306 | S90 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2922 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |