1993 Opel Calibra vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 607 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1993 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Calibra | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Calibra | 607 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
