2003 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 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 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5875 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (71 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 675 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 607 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 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 607 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5875 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
