2008 Peugeot 307 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 307 and 2008 Volvo S60 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S60 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307.
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, 2008 Volvo S60 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 307 | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 307 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
