2000 Peugeot 306 vs. 2006 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2006 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Yaris (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2006 Toyota Yaris (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 306 | 2006 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
