1988 Peugeot 405 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,485 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1988 Peugeot 405. (89 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1988 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 334 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 405. (180 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Peugeot 405 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Peugeot | Nissan |
| Model | 405 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
