2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 205. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 205. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 205 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
