2001 Peugeot 206 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 431 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 206 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 206 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
