1996 Peugeot 106 vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo V50 weights approximately 682 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 106. 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, 2009 Volvo V50 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 106 | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 106 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 62 L |
