1991 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 525 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 BMW 525 (260 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 525 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
