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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 74 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Opel Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
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 | 2197 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
