2011 Volkswagen Touran vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Volkswagen Touran. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Volkswagen Touran would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touran.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touran. 2012 Peugeot 508 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 508 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen Touran | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Touran | 508 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2817 mm |
