1984 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1984 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 GMC Suburban weights approximately 604 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Because 1984 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 GMC Suburban | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 407 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2244 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2730 mm |
