1998 Peugeot 206 vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 206. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 206. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Peugeot 206 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 206 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
