1999 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 807 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 Volvo S40. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1999 Volvo S40.
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, 2010 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volvo S40 | 2010 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | S40 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
