2002 Peugeot 306 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
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, 1998 Toyota Carina (150 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 306 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 306 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
