2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Peugeot 205 has manual transmission. 1992 Peugeot 205 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Silverado | 205 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |