1996 Peugeot Partner vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 481 kg more than 1996 Peugeot Partner. 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner. 2007 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 1996 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 1996 Peugeot Partner will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot Partner | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | Partner | C70 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1651 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
