2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalanche | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
