2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 8 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 31 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 5008. 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, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 5008 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2735 mm |