2002 Peugeot 807 vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 10 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 120 (170 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2012 BMW 120.
Because 2012 BMW 120 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 2012 BMW 120. 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Peugeot 807 | 2012 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 807 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
