2008 Kia Rio vs. 2008 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2008 Kia Rio and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. 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 Peugeot 407 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 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 2008 Peugeot 407
Make Kia Peugeot
Model Rio 407
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1491 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 96 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.5 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.4 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 203 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.6 seconds 10.1 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1153 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 66 L


 

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