2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Peugeot 807
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Peugeot 807 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 807. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (205 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 807 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1070 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
