2006 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 663 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
