2012 Peugeot 3008 vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 3008 and 2012 Volvo C30 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 (5 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 Volvo C30 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 3008 | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 3008 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4365 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1837 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1639 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2613 mm | 2639 mm |
