2011 Peugeot 3008 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008. 2002 Subaru Forester 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. 2002 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 3008 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 3008 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4365 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1837 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1639 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2613 mm | 2530 mm |
