2003 Peugeot 307 vs. 1995 Volvo 440
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 440 (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1995 Volvo 440.
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, 1995 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 307 | 1995 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 307 | 440 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 48 L |
