2011 Peugeot 408 vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, both 2011 Peugeot 408 and 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2011 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, 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) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (240 Nm). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 2011 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 408 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 408 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 408 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| 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 |
