1992 Peugeot 405 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 20 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Peugeot 405. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1992 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 584 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, 2012 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Peugeot 405. (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Peugeot 405 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Peugeot | GMC |
| Model | 405 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2858 mm |
