2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 408 and 2012 Peugeot 508 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 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 508 (338 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Peugeot 508 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 Peugeot 508 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Peugeot 408 | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 408 | 508 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 338 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4792 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1853 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2817 mm |