2006 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2006 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 745 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 745. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307, 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 745 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 745 | 307 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |