2011 Peugeot 408 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 3008. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 3008 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 408 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 408 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2613 mm |
