2001 Kia Carens vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2001 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Carens weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Kia Carens | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Carens | 306 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |