2001 Chevrolet Express vs. 2001 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Express 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1080 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 Express 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 Express. 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 Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307. 2001 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2001 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2001 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Express 2001 Peugeot 307
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Express 307
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 87 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 202 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 102.1 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 15 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2400 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 6210 mm 4210 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 2090 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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