2008 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2613 mm |
