2005 Opel Astra vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Opel Astra and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Because 2005 Peugeot 307 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (230 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Opel Astra | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |