2007 Opel Vectra vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Opel Vectra 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Vectra (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vectra weights approximately 158 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Opel Vectra | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Vectra | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |