2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP) has 224 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 508. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 508.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche 911 | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | 911 | 508 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 161 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
