2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 408 and 2012 Peugeot 3008 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (154 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (143 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 408 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2613 mm |
