2004 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2004 BMW M3 and 2004 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 206, 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 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2004 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M3 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
