2009 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 807. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 BMW 550 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 2009 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807, 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 807. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
Make | BMW | Peugeot |
Model | 550 | 807 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2945 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1784 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |