Opel Astra 2004 vs Peugeot 407 2004

 
Opel Astra
2004 - 2007
Peugeot 407
2004 - 2008
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.9 Diesel2.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain and belt

Performance

Power: 150 HP136 HP
Torque: 320 NM320 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 9.2 seconds10.1 seconds
Opel Astra is more dynamic to drive.
Opel Astra engine produces 14 HP more power than Peugeot 407, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Opel Astra reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.16.0
Real fuel consumption: 6.5 l/100km6.6 l/100km
By specification Opel Astra consumes 0.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 407, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Opel Astra could require 15 litres more fuel.
But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Opel Astra consumes 0.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Peugeot 407.
Fuel tank capacity: 52 litres66 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 850 km in combined cycle1100 km in combined cycle
1000 km on highway1320 km on highway
800 km with real consumption1000 km with real consumption
Peugeot 407 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km520'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Peugeot 407 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 6 years11 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Opel Zafira, Opel Vectra, Opel SignumInstalled on at least 7 other car models, including Peugeot 307, Peugeot 308, Citroen C5, Citroen C4
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 407 might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.52 m4.76 m
Width: 1.75 m1.81 m
Height: 1.50 m1.49 m
Opel Astra is smaller, but slightly higher.
Opel Astra is 24 cm shorter than the Peugeot 407, 6 cm narrower, while the height of Opel Astra is 1 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 540 litres407 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1590 litres1365 litres
Opel Astra has more luggage capacity.
Even though the car is shorter, Opel Astra has 133 litres more trunk space than the Peugeot 407. The Peugeot 407 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Opel Astra (by 225 litres).
Turning diameter: 11.1 meters12 meters
The turning circle of the Opel Astra is 0.9 metres less than that of the Peugeot 407, which means Opel Astra can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Power steering: Hydraulic power steeringElectric power steering
Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering.
Gross weight (kg): 1`9752`183
Safety:
Quality:
average

low
Opel Astra has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Peugeot 407 has serious deffects in 25 percent more cases than Opel Astra, so Opel Astra quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 12001400
Rating in user reviews: 7.5/10 7.3/10
Pros and Cons: Opel Astra has
  • more power
  • more dynamic
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • hydraulic power steering
  • fewer faults
  • lower price
Peugeot 407 has
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • electric power steering
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