2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |