2000 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Volvo S40
To start off, 2008 Volvo S40 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S40 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. 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, 2008 Volvo S40 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
