2002 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. Both 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2010 Peugeot 408 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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, 2010 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2010 Peugeot 408 has automatic transmission and 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 408 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |