2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 206. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 604 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 206. (205 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 206. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2007 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2007 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Borrego | 206 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4627 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 337 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1027 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
