2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2001 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Accent (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 1 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, 2005 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 306. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2001 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Accent | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1039 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
