2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2006 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,177 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 607. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 491 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, 2006 Peugeot 607 (317 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2006 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Elantra | 607 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
