2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, both 2005 Peugeot 307 and 2005 Volvo V50 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 307 | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 307 | V50 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |