2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 9 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 84 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 5008. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 5008.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 5008 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 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 |