2008 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2000 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2000 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 525 | Partner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2700 mm |
