2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (218 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 212 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 207 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
