2008 BMW 335 vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 BMW 335 and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 335 | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 335 | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |