2009 BMW 120 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 135 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 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 120 | 207 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 49 L |
