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 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 143 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 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. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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 | 3778 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |