2006 Peugeot 307 vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, both 2006 Peugeot 307 and 2006 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 6 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 525 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 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307. 2006 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Peugeot 307 | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 307 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1559 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |