2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2011 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2011 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | XG 350 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
