2012 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 408 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 408 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 4-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5847 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2032 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1875 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3645 mm | 2710 mm |
