2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 807 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
