2005 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 807. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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, 2002 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2002 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 525 | 807 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |