2007 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 325 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
