2007 Peugeot 206 vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2007 Peugeot 206 and 2007 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Astra weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra. 2007 Opel Astra has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Opel Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 206 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Peugeot | Opel |
Model | 206 | Astra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1410 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 52 L |