2004 Volvo V50 vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo V50 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (116 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50.
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, 2004 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volvo V50 | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | V50 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
