2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 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, 2004 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 607 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
