2008 Peugeot 308 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, both 2008 Peugeot 308 and 2008 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 308, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308. 2008 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 308 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 308 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 308 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 308 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
