2010 Peugeot 407 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Because 2009 BMW 330 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 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407, 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2010 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2010 Peugeot 407 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Peugeot 407 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
Make | Peugeot | BMW |
Model | 407 | 330 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2230 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4150 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 61 L |