1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 1 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 756 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 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Odyssey | 306 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2550 mm |
