2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (138 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2002 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 206 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 206 | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |