2007 Peugeot 407 vs. 2010 Kia Forte
To start off, 2010 Kia Forte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Kia Forte. (156 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 522 kg more than 2010 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 407 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 407 | 2010 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 407 | Forte |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2177 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |
