2000 BMW 528 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2000 BMW 528 and 2000 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 528 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 528 weights approximately 650 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 BMW 528 (279 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306. 2000 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 306 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 306 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 528 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 528 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |
