2012 Peugeot 508 vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Forester would be higher. 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 77 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Forester. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Because 2002 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester 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 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 508 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4792 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 2530 mm |
