2005 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
