2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2012 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 Passat (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2012 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
Model | Passat | 408 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2710 mm |