2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2003 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Fiat 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 Punto (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2003 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 307 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
