2009 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 207 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2006 Peugeot 207 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
