2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Peugeot 306. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1994 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 920 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306. 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 1994 Peugeot 306. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 306 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
