2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2735 mm |
