2008 vs Proteg�
Peugeot · Mazda
1/4 Mile winner
2008
Beats the Proteg� by 0.02s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 2008 beats the Proteg� by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 2008 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
100 hp
125 hp
0–100 km/h
9s
9s
Top speed
190 km/h
185 km/h
Engine
Inline-4
1.8L Inline-4
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
205 Nm
170 Nm
Price
$25,000
$16,500
Simulated race times
Distance
2008
Proteg�
100 m
7.451s
7.427s
1/8 mile
11.034s
11.017s
1/4 mile
16.635s
16.650s
1 km
29.994s
30.179s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Proteg� is $16,500 vs $25,000 for the 2008 — a $8,500 gap. Power: Proteg� makes 25 hp more (100 vs 125). Top speed: 2008 runs to 190 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Proteg�.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 2008 or the Proteg�?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 2008 is faster, beating the Proteg� by 0.02 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 2008 vs the Proteg�?
The 2008 hits 100 km/h in 9 seconds, while the Proteg� does it in 9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 2008 produces 100 hp; the Proteg� produces 125 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 2008 tops out at 190 km/h, and the Proteg� reaches 185 km/h.
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