2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 474 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Picanto | 406 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
