2001 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2001 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2001 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Volvo V70 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | V70 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
