2009 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Audi A3.
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, 2009 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 60 L |
