2003 Peugeot 206 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 1110 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 206 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 206 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
