2000 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 806. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 806 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 806 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 806 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1995 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 806 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
