2008 Opel Astra vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Opel Astra and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,684 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2008 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Astra | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Astra | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1684 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 66 L |
