1999 Opel Vectra vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 256 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Vectra | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 306 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
