2000 Kia Sportage vs. 1996 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2000 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 205. (102 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Sportage weights approximately 667 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Sportage | 1996 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 205 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
