2009 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 307 (88 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Panda | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
