1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2001 Volvo V70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 434 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. 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 V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Peugeot 306 | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 306 | V70 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |