2007 Peugeot 207 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Peugeot 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 207 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 207 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
