2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 408 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
