2008 Hyundai Veracruz vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (209 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Veracruz.
Because 2008 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Veracruz 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 Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
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2008 Hyundai Veracruz | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Veracruz | 407 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |