2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 17 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 307. 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 (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2008 Peugeot 307
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Silverado 307
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 1997 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 353 HP 0 HP
Torque 506 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1278 kg
Vehicle Length 6580 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 4250 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 50 L


 

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