2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 5 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Peugeot 207 | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 207 | 335 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |