2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Peugeot Boxer
To start off, 2007 Peugeot Boxer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Boxer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Boxer.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot Boxer. 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, 2007 Peugeot Boxer (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot Boxer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Peugeot Boxer | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | Boxer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
