2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 43 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 408 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
