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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 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 175 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 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 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 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |