2004 Opel Astra vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2004 Opel Astra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 807 (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Opel Astra. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 512 kg more than 2004 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Astra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Astra | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 807 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
