2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Stilo | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
