2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
