2003 BMW M3 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 M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 415 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 M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
