2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 207 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (176 HP @ 1600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Because 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 207. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2007 Peugeot 207 (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 207 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
