1998 Peugeot 306 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 434 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306. 2011 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1998 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 1998 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 306 | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 306 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
