2012 Honda Insight vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2012 Honda Insight 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (161 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight.
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.
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2012 Honda Insight | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Insight | 508 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 161 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4376 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |