2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Corvette and 2003 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (155 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 71 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2003 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 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1571 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |