2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 607.
Because 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Peugeot 607. 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 (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 607. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 607 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1403 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
