2012 Peugeot 508 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 508. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Peugeot 508 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 508 (201 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 508 should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 508. 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, 2012 Peugeot 508 (338 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm). This means 2012 Peugeot 508 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Peugeot 508 | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Peugeot | Kia |
| Model | 508 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1853 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1456 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2817 mm | 2700 mm |
