2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
