1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Peugeot 405 (289 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Xedos |
| Model | 405 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
