2008 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Peugeot 107
To start off, both 2008 BMW 530 and 2008 Peugeot 107 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 107.
Because 2008 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 107, 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 107. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 530 | 2008 Peugeot 107 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 530 | 107 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 480 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |