2008 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Fiat Grande 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, 2008 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grande Punto | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
