2000 Audi S3 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2000 Audi S3 and 2000 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Audi S3 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | S3 | 306 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |