2004 BMW 120 vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2004 BMW 120 and 2004 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 120 (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 120 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 120 | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 120 | 307 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |