2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Peugeot 207 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 148 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
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 207, 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 325 | 207 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |