2006 Peugeot 607 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Volvo S80.
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 Peugeot 607 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S80. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 607 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 607 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
