2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 407 and 2003 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (160 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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, 2003 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2003 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 407 | C70 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1403 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |