2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Tucson and 2005 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Tucson | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
