2008 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 207. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 207 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 207. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 137 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 207 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2006 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
