1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 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 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
