2005 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Opel Astra would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (89 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Opel Astra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 207 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
