2006 Peugeot 407 vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 61 kg more than 2011 Hyundai i40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Peugeot 407 | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 407 | i40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1699 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
