2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento 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 58 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 822 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 2005 Peugeot 307. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 307 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1168 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
