2008 Fiat Palio vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 229 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Palio | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| 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 | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| 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 | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
