2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 301 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Peugeot 604. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Peugeot 604 (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 604 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
