2007 Fiat Idea vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Idea | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
