2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 525 | 307 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |