2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2011 BMW 123.
Because 2011 BMW 123 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 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 807, 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 807. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 807 | 123 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
