2003 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 5 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 1007 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 53 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, 2008 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2320 mm |
