2007 Opel Astra vs. 2009 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 807 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2009 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Astra | 2009 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 807 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
