1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 3 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 370 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 1996 Volvo V90. 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (176 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405. 1996 Volvo V90 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. 1996 Volvo V90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 405 | V90 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
