1996 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 525 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 536 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 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 | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 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 | 211 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
