2000 Mazda 626 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Mazda 626 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 222 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
