1999 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Kia Sportage. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 415 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Because 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 206. 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Sportage. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Sportage | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 206 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
