2008 Nissan Note vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 103 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Note. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Note.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Note | 306 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 45 L |
