2012 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 408 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408. 2010 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Golf | 408 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4199 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1786 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2710 mm |
