2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 307 (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
