2004 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 208 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (190 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Elantra | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Elantra | 407 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
