2011 Kia Sorento vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Peugeot 5008. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Peugeot 5008 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Sorento | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2735 mm |
