2007 GMC Yukon vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Yukon (303 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2007 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Yukon | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Yukon | 408 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
