Lexus IS 2009 vs Peugeot 3008 2009
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.5 Petrol | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain and belt | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 208 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 252 NM | 340 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 45 HP more power than Peugeot 3008, but torque is 88 NM less than Peugeot 3008. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.1 | 6.7 | |
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The Peugeot 3008 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 2.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 3008, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 360 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 60 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 710 km in combined cycle | 890 km in combined cycle | |
| Peugeot 3008 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Peugeot 3008) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus IS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 17 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used also on Lexus GS | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Peugeot 308, Citroen C5, Peugeot 508, Citroen DS4 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.59 m | 4.37 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.64 m | |
| Lexus IS is 22 cm longer than the Peugeot 3008, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Lexus IS is 21 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 378 litres | 432 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1241 litres | |
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Peugeot 3008 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Lexus IS has 54 litres less trunk space than the Peugeot 3008. This could mean that the Lexus IS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.8 metres less than that of the Peugeot 3008, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`100 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 7400 | 5400 | |
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