2012 Peugeot 508 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 508 and 2012 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (161 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2012 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 508 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 159 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1864 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
