2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado and 2005 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1345 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5357 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
