2006 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Kia Rio and 2006 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc, 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Rio | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Rio | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |