2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 407.
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, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 407. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Sonata | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 45 L |
