2004 Opel Vectra vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Opel Vectra. (175 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Vectra weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Vectra. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Vectra | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
