2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 BMW 325.
Because 2006 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 206, 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 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
