2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Peugeot 306 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 306. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 306. (205 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
