2008 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 407 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Peugeot | BMW |
| Model | 407 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |
