2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2007 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Sonata and 2007 Peugeot 207 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 207. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 207. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 207. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 207.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2007 Peugeot 207 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Sonata | 207 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 15.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1646 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |