2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (148 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1193 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
