2005 Volvo V70 vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2005 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 5008. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volvo V70 | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | V70 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2735 mm |
