2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 2 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 292 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sportage | 207 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |