2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 406. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1997 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 1997 Peugeot 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
