2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Avalanche | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
