2000 Peugeot 306 vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (157 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306. 2001 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 306 | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
