2007 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 BMW 318 and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2007 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 318 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 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Peugeot 407 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 318 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 318 | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |