2001 Peugeot 307 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 307 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 307 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
