The car has moderate performance, with a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 29 seconds and a maximum speed of 120 km/h.
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Rating
Acceleration 0 100 Kmh
29 sec
Acceleration 0 62 Mph
29 sec
Max Speed
120 km/h 74.56 mph
Body & Dimensions
The car has a compact and stylish sedan body style with seating for 5 passengers. It offers a spacious interior and a comfortable ride. Key dimensions include a length of 4090 mm, width of 1550 mm, and height of 1480 mm. The wheelbase is 2400 mm, providing a stable and comfortable ride.
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Rating
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4090 mm 161.02 in.
Width
1550 mm 61.02 in.
Height
1480 mm 58.27 in.
Wheelbase
2400 mm 94.49 in.
Front Track
1237 mm 48.7 in.
Rear Track
1277 mm 50.28 in.
Fuel Consumption
The car boasts a fuel-efficient petrol engine, achieving impressive fuel consumption figures of 8.5 l/100 km in combined driving conditions. Its urban and extra-urban fuel consumption are also commendable, making it a practical and cost-effective option.
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Rating
Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
10 l/100 km 23.52 US mpg 28.25 UK mpg 10 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7 l/100 km 33.6 US mpg 40.35 UK mpg 14.29 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.5 l/100 km 27.67 US mpg 33.23 UK mpg 11.76 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The car specs indicate a 4-cylinder, naturally aspirated engine producing 50 hp and 92 Nm of torque. It features a manual transmission and rear-wheel drive. The engine is relatively small, displacing 1.358 liters.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
50 Hp @ 4750 rpm.
Power Per Litre
36.8 Hp/l
Torque
92 Nm @ 2750 rpm. 67.86 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Longitudinal
Engine Model Code
AZLK-408
Engine Displacement
1358 cm3 82.87 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
4
Engine Configuration
Inline
Cylinder Bore
76 mm 2.99 in.
Piston Stroke
75 mm 2.95 in.
Compression Ratio
7
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
4 gears, manual transmission
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with drum brakes on both the front and rear axles. This configuration is common in entry-level cars and offers basic stopping power.
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Front Brakes
Drum
Rear Brakes
Drum
Weight & Capacity
The Peugeot 408 is a well-balanced car with a good power-to-weight ratio, making it suitable for city driving and occasional highway cruising. Its kerb weight of 990 kg and max load of 340 kg provide a comfortable ride for passengers and cargo. The 372-liter trunk space is decent for a car of its class, and the 46-liter fuel tank capacity is sufficient for long trips.
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Rating
Weight To Power Ratio
19.8 kg/Hp, 50.5 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
10.8 kg/Nm, 92.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
990 kg 2182.58 lbs.
Max Weight
1330 kg 2932.15 lbs.
Max Load
340 kg 749.57 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
372 l 13.14 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
46 l 12.15 US gal | 10.12 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Moskvich - 408
Fuel efficiency information is not included in the specs.
Engine information is not included in the specs.
Safety feature information is not included in the specs.
The 0-62 mph acceleration time is also 29 seconds.
The car has a top speed of 120 km/h (74.56 mph).
The car reaches 100 km/h in 29 seconds.
The city fuel consumption is 10 l/100 km.
The combined fuel consumption is 8.5 l/100 km, which translates to 11.76 km/l.
The extra-urban fuel consumption is 7 l/100 km.
The car uses a carburetor for fuel injection.
The car has a 4-speed manual transmission.
The engine drives the rear wheels.
The car has drum brakes on both the front and rear axles.
No, the drum brakes and lack of advanced features make it unsuitable for off-road conditions.
The car's affordability, simplicity, and fuel efficiency are its primary advantages.
The Peugeot 408 is a compact car.
The Peugeot 408 comes with a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and a rearview camera.
The Peugeot 408 offers a good balance of performance and fuel efficiency.
