2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volvo V40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo V40 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Volvo V40 (173 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | V40 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |
