2010 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 459 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Sorento | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 406 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |
