2007 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 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 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 120 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
