2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2001 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 307. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 307. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2001 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
