1997 Peugeot Partner vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo V50 (227 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo V50 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo V50 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot Partner. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Peugeot Partner | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | Partner | V50 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2639 mm |
