2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 107 is newer by 4 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) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1200 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 107 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 107 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
