2012 Volvo XC70 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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 XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC70 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Volvo | Peugeot |
| Model | XC70 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4838 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1604 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
