2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento 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) has 118 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 206. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 844 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 206. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2006 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 206 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
