2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | TrailBlazer | 406 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |