1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 607 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |