2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tahoe (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Tahoe | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
