2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP) has 121 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1152 kg more than 2003 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Peugeot Partner, 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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot Partner. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | Partner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
