2008 Peugeot 308 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 308 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 308 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 308 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 308 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
