2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 408 and 2012 Chevrolet Captiva were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva (253 HP) has 143 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Chevrolet Captiva (288 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 253 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2707 mm |
