2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Corvette and 2001 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307, 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 307 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |