2005 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 BMW 325 and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 325 | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |