1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Silverado and 1999 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 865 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1999 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 1999 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 206 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
