2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 5 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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 (242 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 2006 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 408 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.
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2006 Kia Sportage | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sportage | 408 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |