2003 Fiat Palio vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 688 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio. 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, 2010 Peugeot 407 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio. 2010 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
