2000 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Vectra (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Vectra weights approximately 146 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Vectra | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 207 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2320 mm |
