1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 405 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 2004 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volkswagen |
| Model | 405 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 10.6 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 | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
