2006 BMW M5 vs. 2002 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M5 | 2002 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | M5 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
