1993 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet Lumina and 1993 Peugeot 405 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Lumina (237 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1993 Peugeot 405 has manual transmission. 1993 Peugeot 405 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Lumina | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Lumina | 405 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
