2012 Peugeot 408 vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Peugeot 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Peugeot 408 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 408 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 408 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
