1993 Peugeot 405 vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Peugeot 405. (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1993 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 550 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.
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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Peugeot 405 | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Peugeot | SsangYong |
| Model | 405 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
