2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (156 HP @ 5650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |