2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot Oxia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot Oxia would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 826 kg more than 1989 Peugeot Oxia.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Colorado 1989 Peugeot Oxia
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Colorado Oxia
Year Released 2008 1989
Engine Size 2901 cc 2849 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 671 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 8200 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 726 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1374 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1140 mm


 

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