2008 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2008 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 5008. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 530. 2011 Peugeot 5008 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 5008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW 530 | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 530 | 5008 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2735 mm |