2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2010 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Touran | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2735 mm |
