2006 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 BMW 325 and 2006 Peugeot 407 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 47 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 154 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 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
