1997 Peugeot 406 vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440.
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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot 406 | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 406 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
