2008 Hyundai Accent vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Accent and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent. 2008 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Accent | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Accent | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
