2007 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 652 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
