2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 107. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 288 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 107 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 35 L |
