2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 547 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.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 66 L |
