2002 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 4007 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
