2008 Volvo V70 vs. 1997 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Volvo V70 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 206. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 206.
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 V70 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volvo V70 | 1997 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | V70 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
