2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1997 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Peugeot 306 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Peugeot 306. (167 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 552 kg more than 1997 Peugeot 306. 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 1997 Peugeot 306. 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 (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot 306. (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1997 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 306 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |