2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 206 (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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, 2006 Peugeot 206 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
