2003 Opel Astra vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2003 Opel Astra and 2003 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Astra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 406.
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, 2003 Peugeot 406 (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (185 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Astra | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 406 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.5 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |