1985 Renault 25 vs. 2000 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 406 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 406. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 406. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 25 | 2000 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 25 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
