2002 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Opel Astra. (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Astra weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Astra. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Astra | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 207 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |
