2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 605 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (144 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 861 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
