2005 BMW 318 vs. 2010 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318.
Because 2010 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2010 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 318 | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2613 mm |
