1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 is newer by 16 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 307 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 307 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 405 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
