1996 Opel Calibra 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 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 323 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, 2007 Peugeot 307 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Calibra | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Calibra | 307 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |