2000 Peugeot 607 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 607. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 215 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 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot 607 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 607 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
