1998 Peugeot 205 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 205 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 205. 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 205 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 205 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
