2005 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 407 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| 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 | 2730 mm | 2613 mm |
