2000 Fiat Duna vs. 2008 Peugeot 308
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 308 (94 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 308 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 308 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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 Peugeot 308 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Duna | 2008 Peugeot 308 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 308 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2610 mm |
