2006 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,127 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (325 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1514 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (606 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalanche | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8127 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 606 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2984 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 66 L |
