2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2005 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,442 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. 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, 2005 Volvo S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 407 | S80 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |