2011 Peugeot 3008 vs. 2012 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Peugeot 3008. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Peugeot 3008 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry 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 2012 Toyota Camry. 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008. 2012 Toyota Camry 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. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Peugeot 3008 2012 Toyota Camry
Make Peugeot Toyota
Model 3008 Camry
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4365 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1837 mm 1821 mm
Vehicle Height 1639 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2613 mm 2776 mm


 

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