2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Peugeot 408 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche 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. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 408 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3302 mm |
