1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2001 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 996 weights approximately 188 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 405 | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Peugeot | Porsche |
Model | 405 | 996 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1488 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |