2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 817 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Peugeot 407 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 407 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1403 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |