1998 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 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 64 more horse power than 1998 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1998 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Astra. (130 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Astra. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1998 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 1998 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:
1998 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 307 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |