2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot 607 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 800 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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 Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot 607, 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 Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 607. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 607 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
