1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Liana is newer by 12 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 405 | Liana |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
