1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 1998 Volvo C70
To start off, 1998 Volvo C70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Volvo C70. (190 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1998 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Volvo C70 (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 1998 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 406 | C70 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
