2006 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 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 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |