2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 24 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2002 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
