1999 Kia Sportage vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Peugeot 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Peugeot 106 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 106. (94 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 557 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Peugeot 106. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (117 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 106 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
