2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206, 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 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2007 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
