2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S40 weights approximately 421 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, 2004 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Peugeot 206 | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 206 | S40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |