2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2006 Kia Sportage and 2006 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Sportage (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 207. (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 207. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sportage | 207 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |