2006 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2006 BMW 530 and 2006 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 530 | 307 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |