2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Tucson (174 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 431 kg more than 1999 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
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2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Tucson | 406 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |