2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20. 2003 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i20 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Peugeot 407 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 407 | i20 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2230 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2525 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
