1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 807 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 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 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 807, 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (271 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 807 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |
