2011 Peugeot 5008 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2012 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 5008. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 5008 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 5008 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1835 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2735 mm | 2659 mm |
