2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |
