1999 Holden Astra vs. 1999 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 1999 Holden Astra and 1999 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Astra (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Astra weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Holden Astra (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Holden Astra | 1999 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 306 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |