2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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 Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Suburban | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |