2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Peugeot 307 | 2012 BMW X1 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 307 | X1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4454 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1545 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |