2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V70 weights approximately 532 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, 2008 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2008 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. 2008 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 206 | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.8 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
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 | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |