2003 BMW 325 vs. 1999 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1999 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
