2005 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (60 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 270 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.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Panda | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
