2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 407 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2008 Peugeot 407 (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Sonata | 407 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
