2007 Kia Rondo vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 206. 2007 Kia Rondo has automatic transmission and 2003 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2003 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rondo | 206 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| 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 | 182 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
