2006 BMW 325 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
