2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 407 and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo C70 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407.
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 C70 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 407 | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 407 | C70 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2228 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |