2003 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (174 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2003 Opel 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, 2003 Opel Astra (251 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 207 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1413 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
