2007 BMW 530 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307

To start off, both 2007 BMW 530 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 112 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 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307, 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 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 530 2007 Peugeot 307
Make BMW Peugeot
Model 530 307
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 480 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 240 km/hour 206 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 8 seconds 12 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1610 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 50 L