2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
