2008 Ford Galaxy vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Ford Galaxy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 564 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Galaxy | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Galaxy | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
