2001 Peugeot 306 vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 306 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (131 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Toyota Carina (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Peugeot 306 | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
Model | 306 | Carina |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2590 mm |