2008 Peugeot 308 vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 308 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Juke is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 308 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Peugeot 308 | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
Model | 308 | Juke |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1321 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4125 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |