2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 406 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1361 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |