2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2002 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
