2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Peugeot 807

To start off, both 2005 Kia Sorento and 2005 Peugeot 807 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 874 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 807. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 807. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 807. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 807.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Kia Sorento 2005 Peugeot 807
Make Kia Peugeot
Model Sorento 807
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2229 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 192 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 294 Nm 203 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1962 kg 1088 kg
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 80 L


 

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