2005 Nissan Sentra vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Sentra | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentra | 306 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
