2008 Kia Carens vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Carens | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
