2008 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
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 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 480 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 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 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 407 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
