2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Golf | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2613 mm |
