2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 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 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 108 more horse power than 1999 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 180 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 1999 Peugeot 406. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 406 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |