2001 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Chairman.
Because 2001 Daewoo Chairman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 508 (338 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Chairman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Chairman | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Daewoo | Peugeot |
| Model | Chairman | 508 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1456 mm |
