1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Because 1988 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, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 307 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2610 mm |
