2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Peugeot 807

To start off, 2002 Peugeot 807 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2002 Peugeot 807
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Corvette 807
Year Released 2000 2002
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5665 cc 2230 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 339 HP 156 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 483 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1569 kg 1723 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 66 L


 

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