2007 Kia Sportage vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sportage | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 307 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 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 | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
