2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 318 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 318 | 207 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |