2005 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
