2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 259 kg more than 2009 Mazda 6.
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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
