2008 BMW 535 vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2008 BMW 535 and 2008 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 535 (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 535 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 535 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 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 535 | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 535 | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
