2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 22 kg more than 2010 BMW 125.
Because 2010 BMW 125 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 2010 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 207, 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, 2010 BMW 125 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 207 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1342 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
