2006 BMW 530 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,979 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (23 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Because 2006 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 530 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
