2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207

To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (351 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.

Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW X5 2008 Peugeot 207
Make BMW Peugeot
Model X5 207
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 351 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 246 km/hour 195 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2940 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 50 L