2003 Peugeot 306 vs. 2000 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 306 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (79 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 306 | 2000 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 306 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
