2007 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 BMW 320.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 407 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
