2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 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, 2012 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
