2006 Kia Optima vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Optima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Optima would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Optima (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Optima weights approximately 538 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Kia Optima (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Optima | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Optima | 206 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 1410 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
