2006 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2613 mm |
