2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Peugeot 307 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 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
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 307, 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 (208 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 320 | 307 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |