2007 BMW X3 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 555 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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 X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X3 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
