2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe and 2008 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 694 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Tahoe | 607 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 284 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |