2000 Fiat Scudo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Scudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Scudo would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Scudo has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Scudo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Scudo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Scudo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
