2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sportage | 407 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |