2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 47 L |
