2008 BMW 528 vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2008 BMW 528 and 2008 Peugeot 607 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 69 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 607. (161 HP @ 5875 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 BMW 528.
Because 2008 BMW 528 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 607. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 528 | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 528 | 607 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 2228 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5875 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |