2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (168 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe. (255 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 407 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
