2008 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2011 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.8 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 | 4530 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2613 mm |
