2010 Volvo S40 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2010 Volvo S40 and 2010 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2010 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S40 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | S40 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4475 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2710 mm |
