2003 BMW 520 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2003 BMW 520 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2003 BMW 520. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 520 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 607.
Because 2003 BMW 520 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 2003 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (386 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 520 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 520 | 607 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
