2000 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 607 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 607 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2000 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2005 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 607 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
