2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Colorado | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
