2011 Peugeot 3008 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco

To start off, both 2011 Peugeot 3008 and 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.

Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2011 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Peugeot 3008 2011 Volkswagen Scirocco
Make Peugeot Volkswagen
Model 3008 Scirocco
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1984 cc
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 161 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 3750 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4365 mm 4256 mm
Vehicle Width 1837 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1639 mm 1404 mm


 

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