2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Highlander | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
