2004 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 318 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 318 weights approximately 553 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
