2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2009 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (232 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2009 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2009 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 207 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
