2003 Mazda Washu vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2003 Mazda Washu and 2003 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Washu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Washu (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Washu should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Washu weights approximately 206 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Mazda Washu (283 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Washu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Washu | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Washu | 306 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
