2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 330 | 407 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |