2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 607 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 730 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, 2009 Peugeot 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2007 Fiat Punto has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 607 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 607 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Punto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 607 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 114 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
