2007 BMW 650 vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008, 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 650 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2735 mm |
