2008 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (154 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Accord | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 9.8 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 | 4670 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2613 mm |
