2004 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 325 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 325 | 407 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |