2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sorento 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 515 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |