2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 810 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Peugeot 405. 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 (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 405 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1902 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
