2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 1998 Volvo S90
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S90 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S90 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 1998 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | S90 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
