2004 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 712 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 307 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
