2007 Nissan Tiida vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Nissan Tiida 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. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
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, 1997 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Tiida | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Tiida | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
