2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2009 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 807 is newer by 3 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 807. 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, 2009 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 807 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 | 2009 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 807 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
