2010 Fiat Panda vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda.
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, 2011 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 408 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
