2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 407 | 3008 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2613 mm |