2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 408 and 2012 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (240 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Mazda |
| Model | 408 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
