2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalanche | 408 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
