2008 Peugeot 307 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 307 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 307 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1277 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
