2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1798 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 70 L |
