2007 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 328 | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
