2009 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Peugeot 508
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 508 is newer by 3 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 508 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Because 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. 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, 2012 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage. 2012 Peugeot 508 has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 508 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sportage | 2012 Peugeot 508 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 508 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4792 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1853 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2817 mm |
