2004 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Astra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Opel Astra (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 407 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |