2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2011 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 508 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
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, 2011 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2011 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Trans Sport | 508 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4792 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2817 mm |
