2006 Toyota Avalon vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 2006 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Avalon | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalon | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2613 mm |
