2009 Hyundai Azera vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Azera (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407.
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 Peugeot 407 (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (227 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Azera | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Azera | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| 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 | 231 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 227 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
