2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 145 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 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 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 806. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 806 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
