Peugeot 308 2014 vs Peugeot 508 2014
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.2 Petrol | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 130 HP | 165 HP | |
| Torque: | 230 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10 seconds | 8.8 seconds | |
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Peugeot 508 is a more dynamic driving. Peugeot 308 engine produces 35 HP less power than Peugeot 508, whereas torque is 10 NM less than Peugeot 508. Due to the lower power, Peugeot 308 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.7 | 5.6 | |
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The Peugeot 308 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Peugeot 308 consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 508, which means that by driving the Peugeot 308 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 53 litres | 72 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1120 km in combined cycle | 1280 km in combined cycle | |
| 1320 km on highway | 1560 km on highway | ||
| Peugeot 508 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 109 mm (4.3 inches) | 148 mm (5.8 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Peugeot 508 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Peugeot 508 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 280'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Peugeot 308 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 16 other car models, including Opel Corsa, Opel Combo, Peugeot 3008, Citroen C4 | Used also on Peugeot 208 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 308 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | no | yes | |
| The Peugeot 508 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Peugeot 308 2014 1.2 engine: Since the timing belt is immersed in oil, it doesn't last the intended 180,000 kilometers, and its wear products clog the oilways. First years of engines have been recalled due to excessive axial play in the ... More about Peugeot 308 2014 1.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.59 m | 4.81 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.48 m | |
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Peugeot 308 is smaller. Peugeot 308 is 23 cm shorter than the Peugeot 508, 4 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 610 litres | 560 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1660 litres | 1592 litres | |
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Peugeot 308 has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Peugeot 308 has 50 litres more trunk space than the Peugeot 508. The Peugeot 508 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Peugeot 308 (by 68 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 308 is 0.7 metres less than that of the Peugeot 508, which means Peugeot 308 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`840 | 2`080 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 6600 | 9600 | |
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