1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1137 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 405 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |
