2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 307 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 307 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
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 | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |