2009 Kia Borrego vs. 2009 Peugeot 207

To start off, both 2009 Kia Borrego and 2009 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP) has 263 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 211 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Kia Borrego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 207. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 207. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 2009 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2009 Peugeot 207 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 2009 Peugeot 207
Make Kia Peugeot
Model Borrego 207
Year Released 2009 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4625 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 337 HP 74 HP
Torque 438 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.9:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1074 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 50 L


 

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