1978 GMC Suburban vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1978 GMC Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 3008. 1978 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 GMC Suburban | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Suburban | 3008 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2613 mm |