2001 Peugeot 307 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, both 2001 Peugeot 307 and 2001 Vauxhall Astra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
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, 2001 Peugeot 307 (206 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Vauxhall Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Vauxhall Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Peugeot 307 | 2001 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 307 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
