2005 Toyota Previa vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa 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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Previa | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Previa | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2735 mm |
