2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
Model | 407 | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |