1997 Peugeot 306 vs. 2006 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Volvo S60 is newer by 9 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S60. (139 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 351 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306.
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 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 306 | 2006 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 306 | S60 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
