2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Peugeot 407 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 34 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 595 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 2007 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 (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |