2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Kia Sorento | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 203 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |