2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 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 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.
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, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2008 Peugeot 207 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 207 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 320 | 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 | 161 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |