2011 BMW 120 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, both 2011 BMW 120 and 2011 Peugeot 408 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2011 BMW 120 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 2011 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 408, 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, 2011 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 2011 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | 120 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
