2007 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 488 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 67 L |
