2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (154 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 3008.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 3008. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 3008. 2008 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 3008 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4365 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1837 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1639 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2613 mm |
