2007 BMW 320 vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
