2005 Mazda 6 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. Both 2005 Mazda 6 and 1993 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
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 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 6 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
