2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 563 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Peugeot 307. 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (292 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 307. (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
