2005 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 307 is newer by 5 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 307. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 479 kg more than 2010 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 2010 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| 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 | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1391 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
