1996 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 1999 Peugeot 607 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Beretta would be higher. At 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Beretta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Beretta | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Beretta | 607 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1287 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
