1975 Volvo 240 vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volvo 240 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 240. (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Volvo 240 | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | 240 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2735 mm |
