Peugeot 306 1999 vs Hyundai i30 2012

 
Peugeot 306
1999 - 2001
Hyundai i30
2012 - 2015
Body: SedanHatchback
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.0 Diesel1.6 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 90 HP128 HP
Torque: 205 NM260 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 13 seconds10.9 seconds
Hyundai i30 is a more dynamic driving.
Peugeot 306 engine produces 38 HP less power than Hyundai i30, whereas torque is 55 NM less than Hyundai i30. Due to the lower power, Peugeot 306 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds later.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 5.23.7
Real fuel consumption: 5.8 l/100km5.7 l/100km
The Hyundai i30 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Peugeot 306 consumes 1.5 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai i30, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Peugeot 306 could require 225 litres more fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Peugeot 306 consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai i30.
Fuel tank capacity: 60 litres53 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1150 km in combined cycle1430 km in combined cycle
1390 km on highway1510 km on highway
1030 km with real consumption920 km with real consumption
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Engine production duration: 7 years15 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 7 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Citroen Xsara, Peugeot 206, Citroen C5Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Kia Ceed, Hyundai Accent, Kia Venga
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.

Dimensions

Length: 4.27 m4.30 m
Width: 1.69 m1.78 m
Height: 1.38 m1.47 m
Peugeot 306 is smaller.
Peugeot 306 is 3 cm shorter than the Hyundai i30, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Peugeot 306 is 9 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 463 litres378 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
no data1316 litres
Peugeot 306 has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, Peugeot 306 has 85 litres more trunk space than the Hyundai i30. The Hyundai i30 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers.
Turning diameter: 10.9 meters10.6 meters
The turning circle of the Peugeot 306 is 0.3 metres more than that of the Hyundai i30.
Power steering: Hydraulic power steeringElectric power steering
Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering.
Gross weight (kg): 1`6351`920
Safety: no data
Quality:
below average

below average
Average price (€): 8004800
Pros and Cons: Peugeot 306 has
  • timing belt engine
  • roomier boot
  • hydraulic power steering
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Hyundai i30 has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • electric power steering
Share these results to social networks or e-mail
Contact us: info@auto-abc.lv