2011 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2011 GMC Savana is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 GMC Savana | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Savana | 408 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 452 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2710 mm |