2004 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. 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 330 (300 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (191 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
