2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (101 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Accent | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
