2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Peugeot 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Peugeot 407 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 407.
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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407. 2005 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 407 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
