1999 Peugeot 306 vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
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 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Peugeot 306 | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Skoda |
| Model | 306 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
