2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc, 2007 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Because 2007 BMW 325 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 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 607, 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 607 (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 325 | 607 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |