2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2008 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 206 | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 206 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
