1997 Peugeot 206 vs. 2001 Volvo S80
To start off, 2001 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo S80 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 206. 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, 2001 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 206 | 2001 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | S80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
