2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 506 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307.
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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
