2007 Kia Sorento vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 3008 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2613 mm |