2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Passat | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 104 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2613 mm |
