1975 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1975 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 307 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
