2000 Peugeot 607 vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C70 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
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, 2012 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 607 | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 607 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2165 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
