2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2007 Kia Sorento and 2007 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 4 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 607 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407. 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 2007 Peugeot 407. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
