2006 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2006 BMW 320 and 2006 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (148 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 BMW 320.
Because 2006 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
