2000 Toyota Avalon vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Avalon (280 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Avalon (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 2000 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 5008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Toyota Avalon | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalon | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2735 mm |
