2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 406 (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 Peugeot 406 (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |
