2009 Hyundai i10 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 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 81 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 421 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i10 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | i10 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1120 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 45 L |
