2008 Honda S2000 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 S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (163 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 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 S2000. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000. 2012 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2008 Honda S2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda S2000 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | S2000 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2613 mm |
