2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 383 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 550 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 550. 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 550 | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
