1987 Peugeot 405 vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 807 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 528 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. 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, 2006 Peugeot 807 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (184 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Peugeot 405 | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 405 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
