2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 131 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. 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, 2007 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 207 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |