2005 Peugeot 307 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 984 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 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 307 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 307 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 2177 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
