2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
Because 2007 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407. 2007 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1699 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
