2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento and 2008 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 660 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 207 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |