2007 Volvo S80 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo S80 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | S80 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
