2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Because 2007 Volvo S80 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 S80 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 S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
