2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Elantra | 407 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 45 L |