2012 Peugeot 508 vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 508 and 2012 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (161 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
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. 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 508 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 179 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
