1996 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1996 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1996 Opel Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 307 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
