2012 Peugeot 4007 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, both 2012 Peugeot 4007 and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 4007.

Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 4007.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Peugeot 4007 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Peugeot Chevrolet
Model 4007 Corvette
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2359 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 430 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 574 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors


 

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