2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2000 Lotus GT 1 and 2000 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Lotus GT 1.
Because 2000 Lotus GT 1 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 Lotus GT 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus GT 1 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | GT 1 | 607 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 573 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |