2009 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Optra and 2009 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (161 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Optra weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Optra. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Optra.
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2009 Chevrolet Optra | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Optra | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 151 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |