2006 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 530 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
