2005 Nissan Primera vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 35 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Primera | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
