2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1080 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |
