2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 806. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 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 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 806. (170 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 806 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
