1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Peugeot 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Peugeot 405 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (115 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 288 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (134 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1578 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1308 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
