2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X Coupe | 408 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
