2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 386 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 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, 2011 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 407 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2228 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
