2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2009 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 607. (208 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 607. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 607. 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, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 607. (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2009 Peugeot 607 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 607 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |