2011 Volvo V70 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 3008. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 3008 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70. 2011 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo V70 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | V70 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2613 mm |
