2000 Peugeot Kart Up vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Kart Up would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sorento. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Kart Up should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sorento.
Because 2000 Peugeot Kart Up is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Peugeot Kart Up. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot Kart Up (289 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sorento. 2012 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot Kart Up has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot Kart Up will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Peugeot Kart Up | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | Kart Up | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1709 mm |
