2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Express and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 892 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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, 2006 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 Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Express | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1687 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |