2007 Kia Carnival vs. 1999 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Kia Carnival is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 206. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carnival weights approximately 1114 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 206. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Carnival | 1999 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carnival | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
