2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
