2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 610 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
