2012 Audi A3 vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2012 Audi A3 and 2012 Peugeot 508 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Audi A3. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A3.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A3. 2012 Peugeot 508 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A3 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:
| 2012 Audi A3 | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A3 | 508 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1422 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2817 mm |
