2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2004 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 307. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 141 kg more 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, 2004 Peugeot 307 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2004 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Elantra | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
