2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 350 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.
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, 2002 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 306 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
