2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 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 189 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 537 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | TrailBlazer | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 66 L |