2001 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 7 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Because 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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, 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 207 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
