2010 BMW X6 vs. 2003 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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 X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X6 | 2003 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | X6 | 306 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4877 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1983 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 45 L |
