2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet S-10 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | S-10 | 407 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2600 mm |