1989 Peugeot 405 vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 405 | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Peugeot | Hyundai |
| Model | 405 | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 19.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
