2007 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2007 BMW 730 and 2007 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (175 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 695 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206, 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 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 730 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
