1993 Rover 800 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 800 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2613 mm |
