2002 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Volvo S60
To start off, 2012 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S60 (325 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S60 weights approximately 724 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 S60 (479 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206. 2012 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |
