2007 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. Both 2007 Nissan Qashqai and 1997 Peugeot 306 are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 265 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Because 2007 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Qashqai will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Qashqai | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Qashqai | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
