1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2004 Honda Life is newer by 11 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life 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. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Peugeot 405 | 2004 Honda Life | |
Make | Peugeot | Honda |
Model | 405 | Life |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 121 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |