1996 Opel Calibra vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 213 kg more than 1996 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Calibra | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Calibra | 407 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
