2006 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Peugeot 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2010 Peugeot 408 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
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2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Tucson | 408 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1525 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |