2000 Peugeot 607 vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 895 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 607. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X6 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 607 | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 607 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |
