2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 272 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (190 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
