2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Kia Picanto.
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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Picanto | 407 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 67 L |
