2005 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
