2000 Lotus Extreme vs. 2000 Peugeot 306

To start off, both 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 754 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.

Because 2000 Lotus Extreme 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 Lotus Extreme. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306. 2000 Peugeot 306 has automatic transmission and 2000 Lotus Extreme has manual transmission. 2000 Lotus Extreme will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 306 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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