2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2007 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | X3 | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |