2001 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Prizm would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (148 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Prizm.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Prizm | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Prizm | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2613 mm |
