2008 Peugeot 308 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 4 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 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Because 2012 Audi Q5 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, 2012 Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308. 2012 Audi Q5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 308 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 308 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Audi |
| Model | 308 | Q5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
