2002 Ford Fusion vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Ford Fusion. 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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Fusion | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fusion | 306 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
