2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Panda | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Panda | 406 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |