2003 Honda Element vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Element (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Element 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, 2003 Honda Element (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Element | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Element | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2735 mm |
