2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 406 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 2005 Peugeot 406. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2005 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 406 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
