2007 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, both 2007 BMW 550 and 2007 Peugeot 807 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 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 807. 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 807, 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 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 550 | 807 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |