2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 619 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. 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 (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 407 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
