2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (207 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 634 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
