2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 907. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 907 would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 907. (493 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 907. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 907. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 907. (214 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 907.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 907 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7011 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 45 L |
