2012 Nissan GT-R vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2012 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP) has 420 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 508 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 508 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan GT-R | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | GT-R | 508 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 110 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4792 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1369 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2779 mm | 2817 mm |
