2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 806, 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 806. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 806 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
