1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Kuga (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 520 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 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 306 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ford |
| Model | 306 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
