1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 790 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 406.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Suburban 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Peugeot 406 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 406 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2710 mm |
