2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
