2003 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Peugeot 206

To start off, both 2003 BMW X5 and 2003 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X5 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 BMW X5 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.

Compare all specifications:

2003 BMW X5 2003 Peugeot 206
Make BMW Peugeot
Model X5 206
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 1580 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 78.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1140 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 93 L 47 L


 

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