2012 Kia Sportage vs. 2012 Peugeot 4007
To start off, both 2012 Kia Sportage and 2012 Peugeot 4007 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 4007. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 4007.
Because 2012 Peugeot 4007 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Sportage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 4007 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 4007 (232 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sportage. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 4007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sportage. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 4007 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 4007 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sportage | 2012 Peugeot 4007 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportage | 4007 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
