2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2008 Fiat 500 and 2008 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,228 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (161 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2008 Peugeot 607 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 500 | 607 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |