2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2008 Peugeot 206
To start off, both 2008 Kia Sportage and 2008 Peugeot 206 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 206 (134 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 562 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2008 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sportage | 206 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |