2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2008 Peugeot 607 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 TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5875 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 607. 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 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 607 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5875 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
