2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Peugeot 607

To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 135 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, 2006 Peugeot 607, 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 (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 607. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 607.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 2006 Peugeot 607
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Corvette 607
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5666 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 350 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 486 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 82.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1635 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 10 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 80 L


 

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