2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Corvette and 2006 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 439 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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, 2006 Peugeot 207, 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 207 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |