2006 Peugeot 206 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 206 and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (168 HP) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 474 kg more than 2006 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 C70 (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 206 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 206 | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 190 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |