1998 Rover 400 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 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
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 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306. 2001 Peugeot 306 has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Peugeot 306 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 400 | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
