2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 690 kg more than 1998 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 306 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2550 mm |