2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2002 Peugeot 406
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 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 406 (152 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 577 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 406.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Peugeot 406. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 406. (210 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 406. 2009 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 406 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 406 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 406 | |
Make | Kia | Peugeot |
Model | Sorento | 406 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |