2005 Kia Picanto vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, both 2005 Kia Picanto and 2005 Peugeot 307 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Peugeot 307 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 2005 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2005 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2005 Peugeot 307 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Picanto | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Picanto | 307 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1084 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |