2001 Peugeot 306 vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 10 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 7 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, 2011 Honda Jazz (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 306 | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Peugeot | Honda |
| Model | 306 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
