2011 Toyota Avalon vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon. 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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Avalon. 2011 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Avalon | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalon | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5019 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1486 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2819 mm | 2613 mm |
