2011 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 3008.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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 (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 3008. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 3008. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 3008 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Santa Fe | 3008 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4676 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1725 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2613 mm |