2008 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 806. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
Because 2008 BMW 320 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 2008 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 806, 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 806. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2001 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 320 | 806 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
