2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 107. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 107 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 107. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 495 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 107. 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 Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 107. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 107. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 107 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 107 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sportage | 2007 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 107 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
