2007 Opel Astra vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Opel Astra and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Astra | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Astra | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |