2012 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2012 Peugeot 308
To start off, both 2012 Volkswagen Touareg and 2012 Peugeot 308 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 Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 308. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 308.
Because 2012 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 308 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Volkswagen Touareg | 2012 Peugeot 308 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Peugeot |
Model | Touareg | 308 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 200 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |