2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 605. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 605 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 605. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Peugeot 605. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Peugeot 605. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Peugeot 605. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1990 Peugeot 605 has manual transmission. 1990 Peugeot 605 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 605 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |
