2009 Honda Element vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Element. 2009 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Honda Element | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Element | 3008 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2613 mm |