2012 Toyota Yaris vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, both 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris.
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2012 Toyota Yaris | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
Make | Toyota | Peugeot |
Model | Yaris | 508 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1500 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 139 Nm | 338 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |