2007 Kia Opirus vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 647 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, 2007 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2007 Kia Opirus has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Opirus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Opirus | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Opirus | 207 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
