Peugeot 308 2008 vs BMW 5 series 2000
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 110 HP | 136 HP | |
| Torque: | 240 NM | 280 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.1 seconds | 11 seconds | |
| Peugeot 308 engine produces 26 HP less power than BMW 5 series, whereas torque is 40 NM less than BMW 5 series. Despite less power, Peugeot 308 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.7 | 5.9 | |
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The Peugeot 308 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Peugeot 308 consumes 1.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 5 series, which means that by driving the Peugeot 308 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 180 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1270 km in combined cycle | 1180 km in combined cycle | |
| 1530 km on highway | 1480 km on highway | ||
| Peugeot 308 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Peugeot 308) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (BMW 5 series) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Citroen C3, Citroen C5, Peugeot 207, Citroen C4 | Used also on BMW 3 sērija | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Peugeot 308 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Peugeot 308 2008 1.6 engine: This diesel engine is known for its high reliability and impressive lifespan, combined with excellent fuel efficiency for its power output. It features hydraulic lifters in the cylinder head and uses a Common ... More about Peugeot 308 2008 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.28 m | 4.78 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.50 m | 1.44 m | |
| Peugeot 308 is 50 cm shorter than the BMW 5 series, 2 cm wider, while the height of Peugeot 308 is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 348 litres | 460 litres | |
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BMW 5 series has more luggage space. Peugeot 308 has 112 litres less trunk space than the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Peugeot 308 is 0.1 metres less than that of the BMW 5 series. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`850 | 2`000 | |
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| Quality: | Peugeot 308 has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data BMW 5 series has serious deffects in 235 percent more cases than Peugeot 308, so Peugeot 308 quality is probably significantly better | ||
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 5200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 6.0/10 | 7.9/10 | |
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