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 (283 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (201 HP @ 4000 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 152 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 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (441 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | X3 | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |