2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 110 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. 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 (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
