2012 Peugeot 3008 vs. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Peugeot 3008 | 2003 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
Model | 3008 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4365 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1837 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1639 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2613 mm | 2470 mm |