1996 Peugeot 205 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205. 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, 2006 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205. 2006 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot 205 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 205 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
