2006 Kia Spectra vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, both 2006 Kia Spectra and 2006 Peugeot 607 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 607 (205 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Kia Spectra. 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 Peugeot 607 (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Spectra | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Spectra | 607 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |