2011 Peugeot 5008 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Peugeot 5008. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Peugeot 5008 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 5008, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 5008 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Peugeot | Ferrari |
| Model | 5008 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1835 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2735 mm | 2649 mm |
