2006 Opel Vectra vs. 2003 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Opel Vectra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 807 (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Opel Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2006 Opel Vectra. 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, 2003 Peugeot 807 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Vectra. (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Vectra | 2003 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 807 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
