2009 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2001 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Peugeot Partner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 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, 2009 BMW 330 (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot Partner. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2001 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 330 | Partner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
