2006 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 3 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), 2009 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 553 kg more than 2006 Fiat Punto. 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, 2009 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Punto. 2009 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Punto | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| 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 | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
