2012 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Wrangler and 2012 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Wrangler | 408 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1815 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2710 mm |
