1993 Peugeot 309 vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 309. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Peugeot 309. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 309 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 309 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 309 | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 309 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
