2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Peugeot 407

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 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 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 2006 Peugeot 407. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2006 Peugeot 407 has manual transmission. 2006 Peugeot 407 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 2006 Peugeot 407
Make Hyundai Peugeot
Model Santa Fe 407
Year Released 2007 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3342 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 242 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 371 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.8 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1743 kg 1699 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 66 L


 

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