2012 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
| Model | Jetta | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4644 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1482 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2651 mm | 2735 mm |
