2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 307. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 294 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, 2008 Peugeot 307 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Elantra | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
