2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 206. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 206 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 966 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 206 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 206 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 206 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |