2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato.
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 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ducato | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
