2004 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 306. (122 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Prizm | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Prizm | 306 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |