2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 207 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
