2007 Peugeot 807 vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 807. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 807 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens.
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 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carens. (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carens. 2012 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 807 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 807 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Peugeot 807 | 2012 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 807 | Carens |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
