1994 Peugeot 806 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, 2003 Volvo C70 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Peugeot 806 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 806 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
