2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 207 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo V50 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207.
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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 207 | V50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
