2012 Peugeot 508 vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 508 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (163 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 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. 2012 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 508 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 508 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 508 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4792 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 2613 mm |
