2003 BMW 645 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 645 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 645 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 645 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 645 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
