2010 Volvo S60 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2010 Volvo S60 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S60 weights approximately 229 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo S60 (440 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volvo S60 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | S60 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2710 mm |
