2008 Kia Cee'd vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2008 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (72 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 261 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. 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, 2008 Kia Cee'd (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Cee'd | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Cee'd | 206 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
