2001 Acura RSX vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 3 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. Both 2001 Acura RSX and 1998 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Acura | Peugeot |
| Model | RSX | 306 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
