2006 Peugeot Partner vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot Partner | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | Partner | 328 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
