2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 407 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 208 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60.
Because 2008 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S60 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, 2008 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S60 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 S60 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 407 | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 291 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |