2000 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 7 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 2,170 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 313 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, 2000 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 307 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2170 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
