2006 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 2006 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Touran | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2613 mm |
