2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Volvo S80 is newer by 9 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo S80 (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo S80 weights approximately 251 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, 2012 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2012 Volvo S80 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. 2012 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1494 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2835 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
