1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, both 1993 GMC Typhoon and 1993 Peugeot 309 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 905 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309. 1993 GMC Typhoon has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 GMC Typhoon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Typhoon | 309 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2480 mm |
