2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 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 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 156 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2613 mm |
