2000 Peugeot 306 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2000 Peugeot 306 and 2000 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc, 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Vauxhall Astra (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Peugeot 306 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
Model | 306 | Astra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1796 cc |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |