1996 BMW 725 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 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 835 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 725 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 725 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 725 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |
