2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Peugeot 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Peugeot 306 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 142 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 306. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 148 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 2002 Peugeot 306. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 306 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |