2008 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2008 BMW 528 and 2008 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 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 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 528 | 307 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |