2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 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 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 372 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 19 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, 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
