2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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, 2001 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | HR-V | 306 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 45 L |
