2009 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2009 Volvo S40 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 5008. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S40 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, 2009 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volvo S40 | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | S40 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2735 mm |
