2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 533 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 406 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
