2007 Peugeot 807 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 5850 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 324 kg more than 2011 BMW 120.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 807, 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 807 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 807 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
