2009 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Tacoma | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3250 mm | 2613 mm |
