2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Caterham Beaulieu would be higher. Both 2001 Caterham Beaulieu and 2010 Peugeot 3008 are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | Beaulieu | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2613 mm |
