2008 Peugeot Partner vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot Partner and 2008 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Astra (138 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (69 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Astra should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Astra weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 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, 2008 Saturn Astra (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Saturn Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot Partner | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saturn |
| Model | Partner | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 46 L |
