2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1190 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 207 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |
