1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1992 Volvo 440
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,903 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1992 Volvo 440.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1992 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 406 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1903 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
