1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2001 Renault Megane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Peugeot 405 would be higher. Both 1992 Peugeot 405 and 2001 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Megane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2480 mm |
