2012 Porsche Boxster vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, both 2012 Porsche Boxster and 2012 Peugeot 5008 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Boxster (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche Boxster (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008. 2012 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Porsche Boxster | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Porsche | Peugeot |
| Model | Boxster | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2900 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4371 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1293 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2735 mm |
