2006 Peugeot 207 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 207 and 2006 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo V70 (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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 V70 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2006 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 207 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 207 | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |