2005 BMW 325 vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
