1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Volvo S40 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 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, 2005 Volvo S40 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 306 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 306 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |
