2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 458 Italia | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 539 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4526 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1938 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1214 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2735 mm |
