2006 Kia Picanto vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (161 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Picanto | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Picanto | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2735 mm |
