2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1995 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 605. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 300 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 605. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 605. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1995 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1995 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1995 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 605 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
