1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. (116 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Signum weights approximately 130 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, 2003 Vauxhall Signum (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 306 | 2003 Vauxhall Signum | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 306 | Signum |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
