2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo S60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 307 | S60 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |