2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Highlander and 2012 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Highlander (280 HP) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (143 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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.
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2012 Toyota Highlander | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
Model | Highlander | 408 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 143 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4796 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2710 mm |