1992 GMC Typhoon vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 708 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 1992 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 GMC Typhoon | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Typhoon | 206 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
