2008 Kia Sorento vs. 2008 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sorento and 2008 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP) has 173 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (69 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 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 2008 Peugeot Partner. 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 (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot Partner. (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot Partner. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot Partner has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot Partner 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.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 2008 Peugeot Partner | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | Partner |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 69 HP |
Torque | 309 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |