2001 Peugeot 306 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 345 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.
Because 2010 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 306 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 306 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
