2005 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
