2012 Volvo XC60 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC60 (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Volvo XC60 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
Model | XC60 | 406 |
Year Released | 2012 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1916 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2748 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |